RE: Traxxas T-maxx Classic help
Since you're a newb, I recommend you get to know the rig as it is right now, providing everything works. Replace stuff as you break it ( and you will! ). As you get used to the truck, you will see the need to upgrade this and that. I've had my Maxx for about 6 years or so and still feel the need to change things. That's part of the hobby. A good thing about the Maxx is the aftermarket parts available for it. It's possible to build an entire Maxx without using any TRX parts. That said, start with upgrading the TX/RX and their batteries.